Composition for NICOPRESS

food interaction for NICOPRESS

alcohol interaction for NICOPRESS

pregnancy interaction for NICOPRESS

lactation interaction for NICOPRESS

food

alcohol

pregnancy

lactation

It can be taken with or without food, but it is better to take Nicopress 5mg tablet at a fixed time.

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. Please consult your doctor.

Nicopress 5mg tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy.Animal studies have shown adverse effects on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. The benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk. Please consult your doctor.

If you have blood volume depletion or fluid in the lungs (acute pulmonary edema).

The tablets are sensitive to moisture; hence the patients should be advised to keep the tablets in their blister until intake. Nicorandil tablets are not suitable to take to treat an angina attack. Blood pressure-lowering effects of nicorandil can reduce the ability to drive or to use machines. This effect can be increased in conjunction with alcohol. Caution should be maintained while driving or operating heavy machinery.

Frequently asked questions for NICOPRESS

Nicorandil

Q.Is nicorandil FDA Approved?Yes, it is FDA approved for prevention and treatment of long term chronic stable angina (sensation of pressure, squeezing, or pain in the chest due to insufficient supply of blood to the muscles of the heart) and acute coronary syndrome

Q.What is nicorandil and for what treatment it is used for?Nicorandil belong to class of medication called as potassium channel activator. It is used in prevention and treatment of chronic stable angina and acute coronary syndrome

Q.Can nicorandil used for lowering blood pressure?No, it is not used to lower blood pressure. However, concomitant administration with blood pressure lowering drugs (vasodilators, alcohol. Tricyclic antidepressants ) may decrease the blood pressure of hypotensive patients. Patients should consult doctors regarding the possible side effects

Q.Does nicorandil cause headache?Yes, headache is the most common side effect with nicorandil. Patients should consult doctors regarding the possible side effects.